Our Vision…
HAYC envisions a future where everyone has the opportunity to live in a home that is safe and affordable; people are treated with respect regardless of their income level or background; and a person’s income level cannot be identified by the neighborhood in which they live.

HAYC will be a recognized leader in leveraging resources to create affordable housing programs and opportunities that contribute positively to the community.

Our Mission…
To provide the opportunity for decent, safe, sanitary and affordable housing to lower-income families residing in our community including opportunities to become self-sufficient.

In order to fulfill this mission, HAYC has established the following objectives:

1. To create dynamic partnerships which contribute to the development of vibrant communities.
2. To povide housing assistance in a manner that respects the dignity and inherent worth of every person.
3. To invest in self-sufficiency programs for eligible families, including home ownership.
4. To serve as a one-stop resource for affordable housing information.
5. To further the revitalization of the community through maintenance and rehabilitation of existing housing as well as through the development of new housing options.
6. To maximize the utilization of available funds to assist eligible families.
7. To adapt quickly and effectively to changing laws and regulations in order to remain a high performing agency.

Our Values…
Excellence - We strive for personal improvement, setting goals and working to achieve them. Excellence is our objective and we will always seek to improve, both as individuals and as an organization.

Teamwork – We believe in teamwork and acknowledge that by working together – staff, residents and community partners – HAYC’s vision, mission and goals are achievable and most importantly, sustainable.

Honesty - We are trustworthy, tell the truth, and do not take unfair advantage of others or take that which is not ours. We will perform our duties effectively, efficiently, with pride, compassion and respect.

Integrity - We have the courage to do the right thing and strive to uphold the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior.

Communication - We value two-way communication. We strive to be open and forthcoming with our customers, employees and colleagues, our partners, and our communities. We will make a conscious effort to listen to others.

Accountability - We are accountable for our choices, giving our best at all that we are able to do. We will be careful stewards of the public and private financial and environmental resources entrusted to us.

Innovation - We continually look for new solutions to the challenges we face. We seek to convert knowledge and ideas into tangible benefit for our clients and staff.

Revised: February 23, 2010